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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2004MATRIX XR, FWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 441 (TRANSMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM TRANSAXLE)COLUMN SHIFT ASSEMBLYREMOVAL
2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard
Column Shift Assembly: Removal
2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Toyota Prius. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Do not disassemble the shift lever assembly.
- Remove steering wheel pad.
See step 1 of REMOVAL .
- Remove steering wheel.
See step 2 REMOVAL .
- Remove INSTRUMENT LOWER FINISH PANEL .
- Remove column lower and upper panels. See step 4 of REMOVAL .
- Remove combination switch. See step 5 of REMOVAL .
- Remove shift lever assembly:
- Remove the 3 bolts.
- Disconnect the shift lever connector.
- Disconnect the shift lever assembly and transmission control cable. See step 8 of REMOVAL .
- Remove the shift lever assembly.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.